11 Activities in Oita, Japan (with Map and Images)

Step back in time and explore Kitsuki, a beautifully preserved samurai town in Oita Prefecture. Kitsuki is Japan’s only “sandwich-style” castle town, with samurai homes on both hills and merchants...

The Oita River flowing through the Yufuin Basin, Lake Kinrin and the abundant hot springs are also Yufuin's unique natural blessings. The tour guide will walk with you through the back roads that...

This half-day English guided tour offers a rare chance to experience the authentic charm of rural Japan — something you won't find in big cities. You'll wear a traditional yukata and explore a...

Discover Hita, Kyushu's "Little Kyoto," on an intimate, small-group tour that immerses you in stunning natural beauty and rich history. Marvel at the breathtaking Sakura Falls and enjoy the serene...

Bungo-Ono City is located in the southern part of Oita Prefecture. The city is a UNESCO Eco-Park and a Japan Geopark, where visitors can experience the unique natural landscape created by the...

Japanese honeybees do not collect honey from specific plants (e.g. mandarin oranges), but from a variety of plants, which makes the honey unique to the area. Learn about the natural environment...

This guided tour and lunch experience lets you discover the secrets of the beautiful Yufudake landscape. In order to control pests, preserve the landscape and encourage the growth of new shoots,...

Holiday, a Japanese information service used by approximately 4 million people per month, offers a photography program that guides visitors to some of Japan's most popular and special Oita...

Experience the Harmony of Nature and Food in Usuki, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. With growing global interest in the cyclical relationship between nature and food, as well as a focus on...

Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of Japan's countryside with a unique shiitake mushroom tour. Over the course of three hours, visit a local family farm nestled in Oita Prefecture, Japan's...

Embark on a day of nature, wildlife, and geothermal wonders! Start with a self-guided visit to Kinrin Lake in Yufuincho Kawakami, where you can explore tranquil waters, misty mornings, and nearby...